How to apply for or renew a blue badge

The blue badge service is run by the Department for Transport and you can apply on the GOV.UK website.

A blue badge costs £10 and usually lasts up to three years. You must reapply for a blue badge before your current one expires.

We will usually make a decision on your blue badge within 12 weeks, though this depends on whether your application needs a full assessment with input from a qualified specialist.

Blue badges do not automatically renew. You will receive a renewal notice a few weeks before your badge is due to expire and will need to reapply.

When applying for or renewing a blue badge, you'll need a recent digital photo showing your head and shoulders.

You’ll also need a photo or scan of your:

• proof of identity (such as a birth certificate, passport or driving licence)
• proof of address (such as a Council Tax bill or government letter)
• proof of benefits (if you get any)

You’ll also need to know:

• your National Insurance number (if you have one)
• the details of your current blue badge (if you're reapplying)

Applying for a blue badge is an online process. If you need help to complete your application, call us on 01934 888 888 and we will make an appointment to help you.

Changing address within North Somerset

If you currently live in North Somerset and are moving to a new address in North Somerset, you can tell us your new address by emailing Blue.Badges@n-somerset.gov.uk.

Moving to North Somerset

If you have moved or are moving to North Somerset, you can change your address by sending us:

• proof of address (such as a Council Tax bill or government letter)
• proof of identity (such as a birth certificate, passport or driving licence)

These can be sent to us by email at Blue.Badges@n-somerset.gov.uk.

You will also need to contact the Local Authority you have moved from to tell them that you have moved so that they can transfer your blue badge to North Somerset.